Headline:
Flood Warning issued March 6 at 10:54AM EST until March 6 at 3:00PM EST by NWS Charleston WV
Event:
Flood Warning
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
March 6, 2026 - 7:54am
Expires:
March 6, 2026 - 12:00pm
Description:
* WHAT...Flooding caused by excessive rainfall continues.
* WHERE...A portion of southeast Ohio, including the following
county, Washington.
* WHEN...Until 300 PM EST.
* IMPACTS...Flooding of creeks and other low-lying and flood-prone
locations is imminent or occurring. Low-water crossings are
inundated with water and may not be passable.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...
- At 1052 AM EST, The automated gauge at Whipple on Duck Creek
was in minor flood with a reading of 13 feet and falling.
- Along Duck Creek, expect flooding of the intersection of Kohl
Road and Whipple Run Road in Whipple. In addition, expect
flooding along portions of Route 16 above Stanleyville. Along
the Little Muskingum River, expect flooding along portions of
Route 260.
- Some locations that will experience flooding include...
Williamstown, Whipple, Bloomfield, and Devola.
- http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood
Instruction:
Turn around, don't drown when encountering flooded roads. Most flood
deaths occur in vehicles.
In hilly terrain there are hundreds of low water crossings which are
potentially dangerous in heavy rain. Do not attempt to cross flooded
roads. Find an alternate route.
Report flooding to the National Weather Service by calling toll
free, 800 401 9535, when you can do so safely.
Area Description:
Washington, OH
Forcast Office:
NWS Charleston WV
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov